Distill Your Own: A Hands‑On Gin Workshop with No8 Distillery in Dunedin

DUNEDIN DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE

Distill Your Own: A Hands‑On Gin Workshop with No8 Distillery in Dunedin

An immersive session led by the No8 distiller where participants craft a personalized gin or vodka using native botanicals and sample award‑winning spirits—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.

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Distill Your Own: A Hands‑On Gin Workshop with No8 Distillery in Dunedin.

Duration
120 to 180 min
Location
Dunedin
Operator
No8 Distillery
Category
Distillery
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Experience the art of distillation in an immersive gin‑making workshop with the No8 distiller in Dunedin, creating your own gin or vodka infused with locally foraged native botanicals while sampling the distillery's award‑winning spirits.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE PROCESS

Hands‑on Distillation and Blending

Guided by the No8 distiller, participants move through the craft process—learning distillation principles and assembling a personalized recipe for either gin or vodka.

THE BOTANICALS

Local, Foraged Flavours

Workshops use locally foraged native botanicals to flavor spirits, letting participants experiment with regionally rooted ingredients as they build a unique bottle.

THE TASTING

Samples of Award‑Winning Spirits

Throughout the session you'll sample award‑winning releases from No8 Distillery, pairing hands‑on craft with guided tasting notes to inform your blend choices.

What the day feels like

What the Workshop Feels Like

The workshop is an intimate, creative session led by the No8 distiller: you are walked through selection of botanicals, the principles behind infusion and flavour, then given the space to compose and refine a personalized gin or vodka while sampling the distillery’s spirits along the way.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits — and who should sit it out.

1
Spirits EnthusiastsIdeal for adults interested in craft distillation and flavour exploration; the workshop is led by the No8 distiller and focuses on spirit creation.
2
Creative MakersGood for adults who enjoy hands‑on, experimental experiences—participants design their own recipes using local botanicals.
3
Couples & Small GroupsA compact, social experience suitable for adult pairs or small groups seeking a shared, creative tasting activity.
4
Families with MinorsNot appropriate for children or teenagers—participants must be 18 or older to join the workshop.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Workshops are scheduled as sessions that run approximately 120 to 180 minutes.

What to Bring

Check operator guidance ahead of time for any specific items; confirm arrival details with No8 Distillery at the meeting point.

Operator & Eligibility

This workshop is operated by No8 Distillery and is restricted to adults aged 18 and over.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the workshop last?

Typical sessions run between 120 and 180 minutes.

Where do we meet for the workshop?

The meeting point is 90 Bond Street in Dunedin.

Who leads the session?

The workshop is guided by the No8 distiller.

Am I able to make my own spirit?

Yes: participants create a personalized gin or vodka infused with locally foraged native botanicals during the workshop.

Are tastings included?

Yes—throughout the session you will sample award‑winning spirits from No8 Distillery.

Is there an age restriction?

Participants must be 18 years or older to take part.